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1. Spray is a 21st ce… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist under this name:

1. Spray is a 21st century synthpop duo from England, starring Jenny McLaren and Ricardo Autobahn. Following the demise of their previous band, the Cuban Boys (famous for their Hamster Dance record and John Peel sessions), McLaren and Autobahn released the album Living In Neon on Ninthwave Records in the USA, followed by the single I Am Gothic in 2003. A new album, Children of a Laser God, was released in the fall of 2006.
Amongst other projects, Spray have been partially responsible for Glen Campbell's 2002 return to the top of the charts with the Rhinestone Cowboy remake, and the top 40 kids band the Barndance Boys. McLaren has a successful sideline in vocalising club/dance records, and Autobahn in soundtracks and commercials. The band has also had their single I Am Gothic appear in the Xbox game Dance Dance Revolution Ultramix 3.
In 2006, Autobahn co-wrote and produced the UK's Eurovision entry, Teenage Life, with his long-term collaborator Daz Sampson.

2. Spray is a thrash/punk hardcore band from Byron Bay.

3. Spray is a punk/rock band from Slovakia.
4. Spray is your neighborhood's punk band from İzmir, Turkey.

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Spray Lyrics

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Down in the disco deep you're making moves on me
Cos you've been reading Heat and now you think you're street
You think you're Paul Danan - your archetypal man
The guy who looks the sort who scrubs up well for court

You're so conventional and one-dimensional

Slow down - so you're the man in town

Slow down - just hold your horses now
Slow down - that hair gel's seeping into your brain, you're insane
Slow down - I know what you expect
Slow down - I've got more self respect
Slow down - I'm talking slowly so that you grasp what I say

In this brave new world, where you just say the word
And it's on a plate, the effort ain't so great
I think you need to know people aren't all so low
Or think it's decadent, to smell of anti-perspirant

You know that Mr T would consider that bling OTT

Slow down - Aldi lothario
Slow down - no matter where you go
Slow down - you'll never want to be where you get, in the end
Slow down - you take your social cues
Slow down - from shows on ITV2
Slow down - there's a bigger picture you see, you'll be free

Slow down
Slow down
Slow down

Slow down - this urge to procreate
Slow down - I think you overcompensate
Slow down - you really seem to take too much care, of your hair
Slow down - maybe just start to think

Slow down - and put some effort in
Slow down - possibly you'll score an occasional win

Overall Meaning

In Spray's song "Slow Down," the lyrics convey a sense of frustration towards a person who is trying too hard to be cool and hip, but ultimately comes across as conventional and one-dimensional. The song starts off in a disco setting, where the person in question is making advances and thinking they are street-smart because they've been reading tabloid magazines like Heat. The mention of Paul Danan, a reality TV star known for his partying lifestyle, highlights the type of person the subject is trying to emulate.

The lyrics continue to criticize the person for being so focused on conforming to societal norms and stereotypes, represented by phrases like "scrubs up well for court" and being "conventional and one-dimensional." The singer urges the person to slow down and reconsider their behavior and mindset. They mock the person's obsession with their appearance, specifically mentioning hair gel seeping into their brain and causing insanity. The singer asserts their own self-respect and intelligence, emphasizing the difference in their beliefs and values.

The second verse delves into a broader commentary on society, particularly the notion that everything is easily attainable in this "brave new world" where minimal effort is required. The singer challenges the person's view that others are of low character or that using anti-perspirant is decadent. They hint at a deeper understanding of life beyond superficial shows and materialistic desires. The lyrics mention Mr T, known for his extravagant jewelry and style, to suggest that even he would find the person's obsession with accessories excessive.

As the song progresses, the chorus repeats and the lyrics continue to admonish the person for their behavior. The use of the term "Aldi lothario" expresses the idea that the person tries to appear higher class but ultimately falls short. The song concludes with a suggestion that if the person can slow down, think differently, and put in genuine effort, they might find occasional success and a greater sense of freedom.

Line by Line Meaning

Down in the disco deep you're making moves on me
You're trying to flirt with me in the depths of the nightclub

Cos you've been reading Heat and now you think you're street
Because you've read a tabloid magazine, you believe you're knowledgeable about urban culture

You think you're Paul Danan - your archetypal man
You believe you embody the stereotypical man like Paul Danan

The guy who looks the sort who scrubs up well for court
You're the type of guy who appears presentable in a courtroom

You're so conventional and one-dimensional
You lack originality and depth

Slow down - so you're the man in town
Take it easy, you think you're the most important guy around

Slow down - just hold your horses now
Calm down and be patient

Slow down - that hair gel's seeping into your brain, you're insane
Take it easy, the hair product you use is affecting your sanity

Slow down - I know what you expect
Take it easy, I understand what you want from me

Slow down - I've got more self respect
Take it easy, I have higher regard for myself

Slow down - I'm talking slowly so that you grasp what I say
Take it easy, I'm speaking slowly to ensure you understand my words

In this brave new world, where you just say the word
In this modern society, where you can easily get what you want

And it's on a plate, the effort ain't so great
It's handed to you easily, so you don't have to make much effort

I think you need to know people aren't all so low
I believe you should understand that not everyone is as shallow as you

Or think it's decadent, to smell of anti-perspirant
Or consider it extravagant to have a pleasant smell due to deodorant

You know that Mr T would consider that bling OTT
You should know that Mr T would think your excessive jewelry is over the top

Slow down - Aldi lothario
Take it easy, you're an ordinary seducer

Slow down - no matter where you go
Take it easy, regardless of where you are

Slow down - you'll never want to be where you get, in the end
Take it easy, ultimately you'll never be satisfied with what you achieve

Slow down - you take your social cues
Take it easy, you rely on the influence of popular TV shows

Slow down - from shows on ITV2
Take it easy, specifically from TV programs on ITV2

Slow down - there's a bigger picture you see, you'll be free
Take it easy, there's a broader perspective that you fail to see, but once you do, you'll feel liberated

Slow down - this urge to procreate
Take it easy, this strong desire to have children

Slow down - I think you overcompensate
Take it easy, I believe you're trying too hard to make up for something

Slow down - you really seem to take too much care, of your hair
Take it easy, it appears you devote excessive attention to your hair

Slow down - maybe just start to think
Take it easy, perhaps begin to use your intellect

Slow down - and put some effort in
Take it easy, and start investing some effort

Slow down - possibly you'll score an occasional win
Take it easy, maybe you'll achieve success from time to time

Lyrics © DistroKid, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Jenny Matthews, John Matthews

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